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Sketch for the church of Saint-Sulpice, St Genevieve, between 1860 and 1864. Creator: Louis Charles Timbal
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Sketch for the church of Saint-Sulpice, St Genevieve, between 1860 and 1864. Creator: Louis Charles Timbal
Sketch for the church of Saint-Sulpice, St Genevieve, between 1860 and 1864. St Genevieve distributing bread to the poor during the Siege of Paris. The miracle of the Ardents - Procession of St Genevieve's casket. The miracles of St Genevieve include "the cessation of a horrible plague, called the mal ardent, which desolated Paris". (Esquisse pour l'eglise Saint-Sulpice : sainte Genevieve distribuant le pain aux pauvres pendant le siege de Paris. Le miracle des Ardents - Procession de la chasse de sainte Genevieve)
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This sketch by Louis Charles Timbal, titled 'Sketch for the church of Saint-Sulpice: St Genevieve distributing bread to the poor during the Siege of Paris. The miracle of the Ardents - Procession of St Genevieve,' depicts a poignant moment in the history of Paris and the enduring faith of its people. Dated between 1860 and 1864, the painting captures the essence of charity and compassion as St Genevieve, the patron saint of Paris, distributes bread to the poor during a time of great need. The Siege of Paris, a prolonged period of suffering and hardship, saw the city under siege during the Franco-Prussian War. Amidst the chaos and despair, the people turned to their faith for solace and strength. The miracle of the Ardents refers to the cessation of a horrible plague, known as the mal ardent, which had been desolating Paris. According to legend, St Genevieve, holding the reliquary casket containing her relics, led a procession through the city, and the plague miraculously ceased. The painting beautifully portrays this moment, with St Genevieve, dressed in traditional robes, gesturing towards the boxes filled with bread as acolytes and monks distribute it to the hungry and desperate. The interior of the church is dimly lit, with candles casting a warm, comforting glow, and the canvas material of the painting adds to the textured, authentic feel. The painting is a testament to the power of faith and the importance of charity during times of hardship. This stunning work of art, created by Louis Charles Timbal, is a valuable addition to the rich heritage of French art and a reminder of the enduring strength and resilience of the human spirit.
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